I’m always looking for ways to stretch the use of my stamp sets and bundles. I like to try different layouts, techniques, and fold just to see what happens!
Today, I share a reverse gate fun fold using Stampn’ Up!’s Lovely Arrangements Bundle with the Forever Blossoms 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper. And, I colored the flowers with Stampin’ Blends. Be sure to watch the video below to see how this card comes together.
Measurements and Details
Cloud Cover cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 1 7/8, 3, 5 1/2, and 6 5/8
Floral Impressions Designer Series Paper: two pieces (Strawberry Slush design) measuring 5 1/4 x 1 5/8
Floral Impressions Designer Series Paper: one piece (Darling Duckling design) measuring 5 1/4 x 2 1/4
Vellum cardstock die cut with largest circle from Stylish Shapes Dies
Flowers stamped in black Memento and die cut with coordinating dies
Sentiment stamped with Strawberry Slush ink and die cut with coordinating die
Color flowers with Strawberry Slush and Darling Duckling Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack
Strawberry Slush 3/8-inch Faux Linen Ribbon — about 10 inches
2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls
Here’s another look:
Please note: I inadvertently used Designer Series Paper that is no longer available. As I stated in the video, you can use this great fun fold with any papers and stamps.
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I share step-by-step instructions for creating this reserve gate fold fun fold.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoy this colorful spring card. Please let me know if you have any questions about this project or any others.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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This week I’ve been playing with the Diagonal Joy Fold fun fold. I love that I can use different Stampin’ Up! papers and stamp sets to create this fun fold. Some of the other cards include the Lovely Arrangements Bundle and the Easter Joy Specialty Paper.
This fold may look intimidating, but it’s really quite easy.
Here’s the card partially open:
Measurements and Details
Secret Sea cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 4 1/4
Place your card base in the Stampin’ Trimmer. At the top, on the score line, align the top left corner in the trimmer track, rotate the piece so the bottom right point aligns in the trimmer track. You want to cut a diagonal. Be sure to watch the video to see this in action.
Beach Boardwalk Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4. Align the top left point of the DPS in the trimmer track, rotate the DSP so the bottom right point aligns in the trimmer track at the same time. Cut a diagonal piece. You can now create two cards.
Beach Boardwalk Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Secret Sea cardstock measuring 8 x 3, scored at 4 and folded in half
Beach Boardwalk Designer Series Paper (Petal Pink pattern) measuring 3 3/4 x 2 3/4
Basic White cardstock measuring 3 34/ x 2 3/4. For the inside on which to write a message.
Ferris wheel created with Flirty Flamingo, Daffodil Delight, and Granny Apple Green.
Sentiment stamped in Secret Sea, die cut with Stylish Shapes Dies circle
Rhinestone Basic Jewels
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions for creating the Diagonal Joy Fold. Please note: I use different papers and products, but the process is the same. Enjoy!
I hope you enjoyed this project and this fold. Thanks so much for visiting my blog. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other stamping project.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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Welcome to Team Stamp It’s March Blog Hop! Thanks so much for joining us. This month, we feature handmade greeting cards and projects focusing on Easter. Visit each blog on the hop to gain inspiration for your Easter and spring crafting. Be sure to comment on each for your chance to win an Adventure Awaits Kit.
This simple Diagonal Joy Fold packs a big punch. Especially when you add Stampin’ Up!’s Easter Joy 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper. It features playful bunnies, Easter eggs, blooming flowers, and festive baskets, all with a hint of metallic foil shine.
Measurements and Details
Shy Shamrock cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 4 1/4
Place your card base in the Stampin’ Trimmer. At the top, on the score line, align the top left corner in the trimmer track, rotate the piece so the bottom right point aligns in the trimmer track. You want to cut a diagonal. Be sure to watch the video to see this in action.
Easter Joy Specialty Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4. Align the top left point of the DPS in the trimmer track, rotate the DSP so the bottom right point aligns in the trimmer track at the same time. Cut a diagonal piece. You can now create two cards from these two pieces.
Easter Joy Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4 (striped pattern)
Shy Shamrock cardstock measuring 8 x 3, scored at 4 and folded in half
Easter Joy Designer Series Paper (egg and flower pattern) measuring 3 3/4 x 2 3/4
Basic White cardstock measuring 3 34/ x 2 3/4, for the inside on which to write a message.
Shy Shamrock cardstock die cut with Stylish Shapes Dies.
The below video offers step-by-step directions for creating a Diagonal Joy Fold fun fold. Note: I used different products for the card featured on the video, but the process is the same. Enjoy!
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today and “hopping” along. Remember, visit each of the stampers’ blogs listed below and leave a comment. You could win the Adventure Awaits Kit.
Congrats to last month’s winner: Joan Ballnger
Please let me know if you have questions about this fun fold or any other stamping project. I’m happy to help!
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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Fun folds can often be intimidating! But, today, through video and measurements, I show you how easy it is to create a Diagonal Joy Fold card with Stampin’ Up!’s Lovely Arrangements Bundle and Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper.
Lovely Blossoms 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper
Measurements and Details
Thick Basic White cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 4 1/4
Place your card base in the Stampin’ Trimmer. At the top, on the score line, align the top left corner in the trimmer track, rotate the piece so the bottom right point aligns in the trimmer track. You want to cut a diagonal. Be sure to watch the video to see this in action.
Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4. Align the top left point of the DPS in the trimmer track, rotate the DSP so the bottom right point aligns in the trimmer track at the same time. Cut a diagonal piece. You can now create two cards.
Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Secret Sea cardstock measuring 8 x 3, scored at 4 and folded in half
Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper (Petal Pink pattern) measuring 3 3/4 x 2 3/4
Basic White cardstock measuring 3 34/ x 2 3/4. For the inside on which to write a message.
Secret Sea cardstock die cut with multi-circle die
Flowers stamped in Secret Sea, die cut
Petal Pink cardstock die cut with large label. Sentiment stamped in Secret Sea.
Secret Sea Open Weave Ribbon
Here’s the card partially open.
And here it is open all the way.
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions for creating this Diagonal Joy Fold.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoy this Diagonal Joy Fun Fold! Are you inspired? I’d love to see what you create.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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In today’s post, I combine Stampin’ Up!’s Notes of Spring Photopolymer Stamp Set with the flip flap tri-fold fun fold. The Notes of Spring is Stampin’ Up!’s March Product of the Month. When your online cart total reaches $75 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), you can add this set to your cart for just $5. One per person per month. Available while supplies last. Click here to shop.
I’ve used this fun fold with several other Stampin’ Up! bundles, so it’s fun to experiment with this new stamp set. I’ve paired it with the Nature Walk 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper.
Here’s what the inside looks like:
Click on the links below to see other samples of the flip flap tri-fold:
Pecan Pie cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, score each side at 2 1/8. Fold each flap toward the middle and burnish well with your bone folder.
Pecan Pie cardstock pieces: 2 each measuring 4 x 1 5/8 and one piece measuring 4 x 2
Nature Walk 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper: 2 pieces each measuring 5 1/4 x 1 7/8
Nature Walkk 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper: 2 pieces measuring 3 7/8 x 1 1/2
Basic White measuring 3 7/8 x 1 7/8
Deer and sentiment (Notes of Spring) stamped in Pecan Pie, foliage in Old Olive
Note: I created the deer with the two-step stamping method. Stamp the deer outline in full-strength Pecan Pie. Ink the deer body stamp with Pecan Pie and “stamp off” on a piece of scrap paper. Then, align the body over the top of the outline and stamp.
Natural Matte Dots
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions for creating a flap flap tri-fold. In this video, I use different products, but you can still see how this fold comes together.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoyed the Notes of Spring Photopolymer Stamp Set AND the flip flap tri-fold.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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